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During the Byzantine period, the Parthenon was transformed into a church with mosaics and a dome. What was the church dedicated to?
During the Byzantine period, the Parthenon was transformed into a church with mosaics and a dome. What was the church dedicated to?
- Saint Helena
- The Virgin Mary (correct)
- Jesus Christ
- Emperor Constantine
After Athens fell under the control of Latin Crusaders, the Parthenon became a Catholic church. What was added to the church during this time?
After Athens fell under the control of Latin Crusaders, the Parthenon became a Catholic church. What was added to the church during this time?
- A fortified wall
- Golden statues
- A belltower (correct)
- A minaret
Which empire was in control of Athens when the Parthenon became a mosque?
Which empire was in control of Athens when the Parthenon became a mosque?
- Byzantine Empire
- Venetian Empire
- Roman Empire
- Ottoman Empire (correct)
What caused the destruction of the Propylaea and the governor's palace on the Acropolis?
What caused the destruction of the Propylaea and the governor's palace on the Acropolis?
Who was responsible for removing a significant portion of the remaining Parthenon Marbles?
Who was responsible for removing a significant portion of the remaining Parthenon Marbles?
When did Greece gain its independence and restore the Acropolis to its classical state?
When did Greece gain its independence and restore the Acropolis to its classical state?
What purpose did the Acropolis serve during the Byzantine period?
What purpose did the Acropolis serve during the Byzantine period?
Which empire was in control of Athens when the Acropolis became a Latin palace and Cathedral?
Which empire was in control of Athens when the Acropolis became a Latin palace and Cathedral?
What purpose did the Acropolis serve during the Ottoman period?
What purpose did the Acropolis serve during the Ottoman period?
What is the Acropolis considered to be in the context of Greek history?
What is the Acropolis considered to be in the context of Greek history?
